A red and black cotton Nuapatna handloom saree from Odisha, with chessboard-style pasapalli checks across a red body and a bold black border and pallu (anchal) detailed with classic ikat motifs. It is tied and dyed in the bandha (ikat) technique. Light, airy cotton makes it comfortable for festive events and daywear.
Design details
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Body: Red, with chessboard-style pasapalli checks.
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Border: Bold black, with classic ikat motifs.
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Pallu (anchal): Black, with ikat motifs.
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Technique: Bandha (tie-and-dye ikat).
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Blouse: No blouse piece is included.
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Origin: Handwoven in Odisha.
Occasions and styling
Wear it to pujas, festivals or casual festive events, or as a light saree for work. A black blouse suits the red checks, with either gold or silver jewellery. The breathable cotton makes it a practical pick for Indian summers and humid days.
About Nuapatna weaving
Nuapatna is a weaving cluster in Cuttack district, Odisha, known for Khandua silk and for ikat cotton sarees and dress materials with bold tie-dye motifs. Pasapalli is a chessboard check inspired by the game of pasa, and it is a classic design in Odisha's bandha (tie-and-dye ikat) weaving. As with any handloom, small irregularities in weave or colour are a sign of handwork, not a defect.
Care
Dry clean the first time, or hand wash it on its own in cold water with mild detergent, since handloom dyes can bleed a little. Dry in shade and iron on medium heat. Light starch helps the cotton stay crisp.
